Divine Intimacy Radio

Embracing Suffering - 30 Days with Teresa of Avila - Reflections on Day 30 - Part 1

Released: Oct 30, 2015

St. Teresa expresses joy when she learns of the persecution and suffering of the nuns of Seville and Fr. Gracian. Learn when and how to embrace suffering. Dan and Melissa reflect on letters from St. Teresa from the book 30 Days with Teresa of Avila.

Topics/Questions covered in the show:

What is the grace of suffering?
Why does St. Teresa express joy in the suffering of others?
How do saints view suffering?
What can we learn from the saints' response to suffering?
How is it possible to feel deep grief and extreme joy simultaneously?
The gift of being humbled.
Suffering as an opportunity to grow closer to God.
What are the fruits of suffering?
Seeing suffering from a holy perspective.
Using scripture as a tool to overcome difficulties.